Uber is Moving Forward in New Ad Campaign

Uber is Moving Forward in New Ad CampaignUber is Moving Forward in New Ad Campaign 16 Companies That Will Help You Retire a Millionaire Its time to move in a new direction, says Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. After a series of bumps in the road, the rideshare company has released a series of ads as a part of their Moving Forward campaign to assure both customers and job seekers that Uber is on a new path of improvement and innovation.From changing the leadership team to doubling down on improving company culture,Khosrowshahi has spent the first nine months of his tenure at Uber listening to riders and drivers while instituting a new set of company values that put people first, instead of profits.My priority has been to listen to you, saysKhosrowshahi in the video. Ive seen a lot of good, but moving forward it is time to move in a new direction. This begins with new leadership and new culture. One of o ur values as a company is to always do the right thing.Ubers new direction signals a turning of the tide and one that is best complemented with new, energized employees. Luckily, Uber is hiring for over 1,000 roles on Glassdoor . From marketing managers to engineers, product managers to analysts, Uber is looking for top talent who believe in their mission and are eager to help write Ubers next chapter.

Learning Ladders How do I write a Resume that gives me an edge

Learning Ladders How do I write a Resume that gives me an edgeLearning Ladders How do I write a Resume that gives me an edgeWould you describe your resume as an example of good resume writing?Or would you say What difference does that make if Im talented and experienced?Maybe the best way to answer that is to put it another wayIs working hard, developing my skills, and targeting my experience important?So the answer is yes and noYes - if success is your goal, writing a great resume and getting it out there is compulsory.No - if you dont like being told what to do (or something).And if were getting into philosophical questions, lets focus on the Ladders philosophyYour resume is a professional advertisement,targeted toward your future boss,with the goalof landing an interview for a job that youcan succeed in.Ladders 2019 RESUME GUIDE, Marc CenedellaSo our advice and help with resume writing is based on 15 years of hard won experience covering millions of resumes.Likewise, were though t-leaders who have conducted resume/recruiter studies with staggering results. So heres how your resume breaks down Its goal is to go out and get you that job. And its usually the first part of you out of the gate. Hence its the first big impression you get to make.Ladders 2019 Resume GuideIs good resume writing easy?Recruiters for high-end companies study member resumes on Ladders with the sole purpose of finding high-end talent to fill open positions that pay well for it.Think about that.And yet many people think of resumes as personal bios, filled with job descriptions that could have come directly from a job description for that position often covering many self-serving pages.So what does that tell a potential employer about what you actually achieved in that role? And what you are offering your potential new employer? In effect, thats what resume writing is.And with that said, heres some of what we do to help youCreate free information describing how to optimize resumes.Provid e a free erreichbar resume review that gives expert results in under 35 seconds.Allow you to download and edit one of 73 industry-specific resumes, then save as your own optimized, recruiter-friendly resume.We also send you monthly resume reports. Why? Because we know thatrecruiters love resumes the fresher the better - and those who understand that gain a powerful edge.Because your resume is probably the very best example of what we call investing in advantage. And above all, a good resume goes out there on your behalf and sells you.So why sell yourself short?Were rooting for you.Ladders TeamLearning LaddersPopular member questions with actionable answers.One question at a time. One step at a time.How does Recommended Jobs work?Why should I add my online contacts to Ladders?Why should I upgrade to Premium Club membership?So how do I make simple updates and changes?How do I search and sort my jobs page for great results?Whats Scout all about? Should I be concerned?How do I make sur e I get job matches I want?What is Ladders philosophy?Why has Ladders become so successful?What is Ladders Profile for Professionals?

8 Magazines Every Fashion Model Needs to Study

8 Magazines Every Fashion Model Needs to Study8 Magazines Every Fashion Model Needs to StudyOne of the biggest mistakes aspiring models make is not being prepared. Some models who are just starting out will head to a booking after a late night of partying, unaware of how physically and mentally demanding a photo shoot can be.Others forget to bring their portfolio, they leave their model kit at home or dont bother to research the agency or client theyre shooting for. Worst of all, they have no idea what to do when theyre put in front of a camera. This careless attitude can make you seem unprofessional, unmotivated, and consequently, un-bookable.?A major part of being prepared is simply making the effort to get a good nights sleep and checking,then double-checking, that you have everything you need. But its also important to do your homework, and that doesnt mean studying textbooks and taking online quizzes. It means immersing yourself in the modeling world and learning from those at t he top.Let Magazines be Your GuideHands down, the easiest, and fruchtwein enjoyable, way to learn the business is to spend quality time with your favorite fashion magazines. As you flip through the pages of these fashion bible publications, study the models and observe how they have moved theirposition, how they areposed, and how they express different emotions.Learn about the designers, photographers, and note the models names. As an exercise, tear out pages with the shots you like best and practice what you see. Dont stop practicing until youve perfected the mood, the pose, the expression. Soon youll have the confidence you need to appear effortless in front of a camera.Remember that many so-called fashion magazines are filled with nothing but celebrities. Theyre an interesting read, but if you really want to make your research worthwhile, stick with legitimate high fashion magazines that use real models. The best ones include 01VogueLOfficiel HommesThis biannual magazine, adapted fromLOfficiel,is entirely dedicated to fashion and does an excellent job of showcasing the seasons trends. It was created by a stylist, not a journalist, and has become one of the worlds top authorities on mens fashion.

Conducting Difficult Workplace Discussions

Conducting Difficult Workplace Discussions Conducting Difficult Workplace Discussions Challenging conversations are the lifeblood of performance improvement and problem-solving for managers at all levels. Unfortunately, too many managers delay conducting these conversations out of fear of reprisal or because they believe the conversation will jeopardize their relationship with the other party. It is essential to gain control over those emotions, and the best way to develop confidence for delivering difficult conversations is to follow a structured process. 10 Tips for Improving Your Comfort With Difficult Conversations Do the Planning Work: Your observation of the behaviors in question, and your ability to connect those behaviors to the business are essential. Know where you want the conversation to go. True feedback masters develop the discipline to write out and practice their planned conversation opener. Prior planning prevents lousy performance!Timeliness Is Essential: If you have ever received an annual performance  review that included criticism of something you allegedly did or did not do a few months ago, you know how worthless stale feedback is. It is your job as a manager to ensure that the feedback is behavioral, business-focused, and timely. My writing partner for my first book, Practical Lessons in Leadership, suggested that the value of constructive feedback declined by 50% every day you delayed giving it.If emotions are hot, let things cool a bit. While I just finished imploring you to provide timely feedback- as close to the incident as possible- if things are heated, take a day to let them cool down a bit. Just do not let it linger for too long. Choose the Setting: If your tough topic is potentially embarrassing or you anticipate an emotional response, avoid open-office settings or conference rooms with glass windows. Do not err on the other side by selecting a setting designed to intimidate. A neutral, private setting is best for more difficult conversations. If you are fearful of physical repercussions, consult with your H.R. representative who may decide to be present with you.Prepare Your Attitude: It is essential to go into these discussions with a feeling of confidence and a demeanor that shows you are calm and committed to a positive outcome. Your tone of voice, body language, and eye-contact are all important. Remember, this conversation is important for your business, your team and the individual sitting across from you. Manage yourself to portray the right level of resolve with the right level of concern for the other party’s welfare. Use the Opening Sentence You Prepared in the Planning Session: A good opener identifies the behavior, links it to the business’ impact, and indicates the need for change. Do not feel compelled to wrap it in praise. While some feedback practitioners appreciate “sandwiching” constructive feedback with positive, many believe this simply confuses the message. And, of course, you should be giving positive feedback- when earned- early and often.Do Not Lose Control of the Conversation: More than a few well-intentioned managers have found themselves upside down in these conversations. If the participant responds to your opening statement with something such as, “Well, I would have done that if you were a better manager,” do not get defensive and let the conversation turn into an argument over your performance. A reasonable response might be, “John, this conversation is about the behavior I described and the impact it has on our business, not about my performance.” Do Not Be Derailed by Waterworks: Both men and women will cry on occasion, and while uncomfortable, it is often the individual’s way of responding to stress. Be prepared with a tissue. Allow time for them to compose. If needed, take a brief break. You can be empathetic with the situation, just do not let the tears derail your focus on getting to the right resolution.Promote a Dialog: The best feedback and behavior-focused conversations are discussions, not monologues. The other party will give you openings to create a discussion where appropriate. Probe to confirm understanding and ask for ideas on strengthening or changing the behavior in question. You know it is working when the receiving party offers ideas on his/her own improvements. Remember to Work Towards Your Planned Direction for the Conversation: If the behavior is a skill or knowledge related one, come prepared with ideas for training. If it is coaching to bolster confidence or encourage the individual to take the next step, put on your coaching hat. If the topic is focused on unacceptable behavior, reiterate the business impact of the behavior and offer clear counseling on avoiding this in the future. When dealing with the most difficult topics of performance or behavior, there must be implications for non-compliance. Build an Action Plan Together: Once you have gained clarity on the issue, work together to define the way forward. Agree on a plan of action and set a clear date to follow-up and discuss progress. The Bottom-Line Most managers are stalling on conducting what they perceive will be a difficult conversation. The other secret is that most people want feedback and want to improve. In poll after poll in my workshops, individuals overwhelmingly express that they wish their managers would give them more feedback- both constructive and positive. Instead of delaying these performance, career, and business enhancing discussions plan for success and use the process and tips above to help you strengthen your performance with this critical management tool.

How to Explain Transferable Skills

How to Explain Transferable Skills How to Explain Transferable Skills The question isn’t where were you working, it’s what can you do that an employer needs. A member of Ladders Signature Program, which was called the Job Search Consultant Program in its early form, recently landed an exciting new job that - on paper - wasn’t exactly a perfect match for his background.As a successful commercial banker, he had expertise in a wide variety of financial instruments. When the economy began to shift, he knew he’d be better suited in a different niche of financial services. To get there took an aggressive personal branding campaign on his part as he emphasized his skills with a specific financial instrument key to the market segment he wanted.Although he wished not to be identified, his success story contains valuable insights into the job search and promoting transferable skills.Lydia Whitney is the director of curriculum and instruction at Winning STEP, a company that mentors people through difficult life transitions: everything from going to coll ege to getting a divorce. Lately, there’s been a lot of mentorship required for those in high-end careers.Because the economy is changing so rapidly, she said, people are looking to make moves now more than they used to, and they’re banking on their transferable skills - whether they realize it or not.“The first thing you should do before you look for a new job is assess yourself,” Whitney said. “People need to say, ‘This is what I did, but what else could I do?’ ”Too often, job seekers get hung up on their work history and limit their prospects for the future. Like the banker, Whitney agrees that job seekers should customize their resumes and cover letters to each particular job with a heavy emphasis on the particular skills set that is being sought.“In this economy, nobody cares about where you were working,” she said. “They care about ‘What can you do that I need?’ ”That question should be answered directly through the cover letter, your very first co mmunications with a company, said Lisa Panarello, founder and CEO of Careers Advance, a professional training and coaching agency.“That cover letter is a big piece that people don’t utilize well,” Panarello said.In sales, it could be a matter of promoting the deals you’ve closed that pertain to telecommunications - even if you were selling broader business solutions. In communications, you might have experience with public relations - even if you were a journalist.Employers “have to understand how it transfers,” Panarello said. “People don’t look to the past. They look to the future … but your past is the track record that proves your future.”She said the key is to cite examples from your career that show not only the ability to perform a certain niche but also how you can learn new skills. “My job was X, and they threw Y at me; and I had to learn it quickly. Here’s how I did it,” Panarello offered as an example. “Tactical behavior and situational examp les would do the trick.”Even in the advanced and specialized world of financial services, the approach is the same.“If a job involves derivatives plus X, Y and Z, show how you know X, Y and Z, and explain how you can learn derivatives,” she said. “If you’re 100 percent qualified, you’re overqualified.”

How to Turn a Temp Job Into a Full-Time Position

How to Turn a Temp Job Into a Full-Time Position How to Turn a Temp Job Into a Full-Time Position How to Turn a Temp Job Into a Full-Time Position If you want your temp job to turn full time, here’s what you need to know. Temp jobs often get a bad rap, but in truth, they can have many advantages. Depending on your situation, the short-term commitment can be exactly what you need. Plus, if you have been on the job hunt for some time and have not yet found a role, a temp job can help you keep working and expand your skills while you continue your search. But what if temp jobs aren't simply a stopping point in your career? What if, rather than a detour, they can be a stepping stone? If you play your cards right, that's exactly what can happen. Temporary does not always mean temporary, and it is possible to turn your temp job into a full-time position. Follow these tips and you'll be on your way. Check your attitude at the door No matter the hours or how much it pays, a temp job is often not a professional's first choice. As a result, it's easy to walk into your shift feeling disinterested and frustrated. This is a mistake though. Your dissatisfaction often is obvious and hurts any chance of turning this job into a permanent role. Think of your current situation as paid training. You're learning new skills, networking with potential employers, and building your resume. These positions give you the chance to practice the skills you already have as well. One of the best ways to turn a temp job into a full-time position is by being positive. Having a good attitude will set you apart from your co-workers happier workers tend to produce faster, make fewer mistakes, and help reduce others' anxiety. These traits are noticed and will increase your chances of being offered permanent work. Related:Should You Include Temp Jobs on Your Resume? Make them remember you Floor managers recommend potential candidates to the hiring manager. Therefore, the only way to get the vote of confidence you need is by getting noticed. Take time to reach out and build a professional relationship with your manager. Many managers won't take the initiative to reach out because they expect you to leave within a short timeframe. Go above and beyond your responsibilities to help, volunteer for more difficult tasks, and be the first to accept overtime. Just don't go too overboard. Focus on building rapport with other full-time team members as well. Like the managers, they probably won't go out of their way to welcome you. Make it a point to get to know your co-workers in a way that helps to build a professional friendship. Don't be afraid to ask them for the occasional pointer or offer help when they need it most. Go the extra mile On that same note, if you want the manager's recommendation, you have to prove you are a worthy candidate. Treat your temp job like a full-time position, or act like you're interviewing for a new job. Show up early for each shift to give yourself time to prepare. Don't race out when it's time for lunch or the end of the day. If you act like you're leaving soon and don't give it your best, the floor manager will assume this is your typical work ethic and give the recommendation to someone else. Show the manager you're willing to go the extra mile. Volunteer to take other co-worker's shifts when they call in sick, stay late when needed, and don't be afraid to ask the manager what they need. Explain your desire to transition into a permanent role and that you would like to take on extra tasks to learn the job. Ask the manager if you can shadow some full-time employees to learn more about the department and standard procedures. Talk to the hiring manager and supervisors No one will know you want the job unless you tell them. There's nothing wrong with talking to human resources and asking about full-time opportunities. Who knows? They may need to fill a position quickly. Your initiative helps remove extra steps from their already-hectic schedules. Don't wait until the last minute to tell them what you want. The last week on the job is not the best time to ask questions about full-time positions. Many managers already have made their decision and submitted recommendations, and human resources is already making plans for the new crew. Be straightforward from the start by telling them your intentions. But, on the other hand, don't be too pushy. If they tell you jobs will be posted after your temp contract expires, be patient and take the time to prove your effectiveness. The nature of temp jobs is in the name: temporary. But by taking the right course of action, you can use your temp job as a way to get your foot in the door not just a three-month-long gig. Follow these tips and you'll be on your way to that full-time position Click on the following link for more career advice. Will your resume land you the temp job you need to get started? Find out by getting a free, objective resume critique from TopResume. Recommended Reading: How to List Temp Work on a Resume (And Make It Look Good) Freelancing Tips to Supplement Your 95 Ask Amanda: How Can I Turn Part-Time Work Into a Full-Time Job?

Robot Wars! Beating Resume Software

Robot Wars! Beating Resume Software Robot Wars! Beating Resume Software Congratulations! You’ve done everything you can to make your resume stand out for the people who’ll be deciding your future with the company of your dreams. You’ve selected a great font arranged in an eye-pleasing layout, and your 24-lb., ecru linen paper stock is the envy of your peers.But guess what? Nowadays, none of those human touches will matter if you can’t get past the computerized systems most HR departments use to screen the thousands of resumes they receive.In this package of stories, veteran database reporter Lisa Vaas gets down to the nuts and bolts of applicant tracking systems (ATSes), the computer systems that receive your resume and, in many case, decide whether to pass it along to a human recruiter. Lisa offers practical insights on which resumes are admitted entry by these electronic doormen and which are sent packing.Read on to learn why a winning resume requires more than a trip to the stationery store.